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23. READY
When the ignition key is turned to the START position,
the “READY” lamp in the cluster will illuminate to
indicate the Hybrid System has “started”. When the
“READY” lamp is illuminated, your Hybrid vehicle can
be driven under electric power even though the internal
combustion engine may not be running.
24. Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator
Light/Brake Assist System (BAS) Warning Light
The malfunction lamp for the Electronic Stabil-
ity Program (ESP) is combined with Brake
Assist System (BAS). The yellow “ESP/BAS
Warning Lamp” comes on when the ignition
switch is turned to the ON position. They should go out
with the engine running. If the “ESP/BAS Warning
Lamp” comes on continuously with the engine running,
a malfunction has been detected in either the ESP or the
BAS system. If this light remains on after several ignition
cycles, and the vehicle has been driven several miles/
kilometers at speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), see
an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
25. Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is part of
an Onboard Diagnostic system (OBD II) which
monitors the emissions and engine/hybrid con-
trol system. If the vehicle is ready for emissions testing
the light will come on when the ignition is first turned
ON and remain on, as a bulb check, until the engine is
started. If the vehicle is not ready for emissions testing
the light will come on when the ignition is first turned
ON and remain on for 15 seconds, then blink for 10 sec-
onds, and remain on until the vehicle is started. If the
bulb does not come on during starting, have the condi-
tion investigated promptly.
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